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N770 JFM

1996 Harley Davidson Sportster

Silver Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

19,843 mi
Last recorded19,843 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2023
Typical for 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster13,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN770 JFM
MakeHarley Davidson
ModelSportster
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2023 19,843 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 19,843 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 19,715 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 19,563 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 19,221 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 18,343 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 18,343 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 31 Jul 2014 16,093 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 16,093 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 11,218 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 8,870 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 6,611 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 6,611 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 5,497 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 5,497 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 2,993 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Harley Davidson Sportster?

Based on 10,382 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Direction indicator not working 36
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 36
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N770 JFM is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster in Silver with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 13,586 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Harley Davidson Sportster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 88 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N770 JFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Harley Davidson Sportster typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Harley Davidson Sportster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N770 JFM registered?

N770 JFM is a 1996 Harley Davidson Sportster, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N770 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N770 JFM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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